Environmental Minute

Maddie Yang looks at tips for traveling in a way that doesn't have such a large impact on the environment and the role of ecotourism.

Maddie Yang emphasizes the importance of educating people, particularly youth, on the environment and the current climate crisis.

Maddie Yang explains the changes humans can make to create cities and neighborhoods that benefit the environment rather than hurting it.

Maddie Yang discusses biomimicry, a field that encourages us to embrace the perfection of what nature created and use it as a roadmap.

Maddie Yang talks about the rich contributions to the land made by Native Americans and Alaska Native communities, and what that history can teach us.

Maddie Yang explores the waste created by unwanted gifts every holiday season, and compares it to the story The Giving Tree.

Maddie Yang talks about the Gaia Theory and its definition of Earth as a self-regulating system.

Maddie Yang explains the beauty of eco villages, how they can really help our environment, and some examples of what they could look like.

Maddie Yang explains how clothing companies can contribute to climate change, and explains how to make the best of your fashion.

Maddie Yang talks about the importance of water conservation and shares tips for everyday people to be more efficient with their water use.

Maddie Yang shares ways to prevent food waste and explains how such a simple task can help the environment.

Maddie Yang explains what biodiversity really is and where it's seen in everyday life, as well as how to protect it.

Maddie Yang talks about the benefits of planet-based diets and explains how to change your eating habits in ways that seem small but can have major impacts.

Maddie Yang talks about the yearly process of seed saving and explains its benefits in terms of biodiversity, food security, and more.

Maddie Yang explains the negative impacts AI has on our environment, and shares some of the positive ways it's being used to help our climate.

Maddie Yang begins the series and the year by sharing tips to be more sustainable in 2025.